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july Menus page 2-3 Bus Schedule page 2 Regularly Scheduled Programs page 3-5, 8 july Calendar page 6-7 madison college Classes page 9 july Programs & Events page 9-10 upcoming events page 10-11 DONATIONS page 10 Volunteer Opportunities page 11 july 2016 Balance Walking Walking with a Purpose Improve balance while walking with poles. We walk everyday but seem to lose our stability gradually over time. This is purposeful walking while using walking poles. The focus of the Balance Walking Class is to improve coordination, balance, posture, and breathing. It is lower impact walking on your body and joints than walking alone. The poles assist you in reducing the impact and distribute weight from your lower back, hips, knees, and ankles to the upper body. Join us for a presentation about this upcoming class on Monday, July 18th, at 10:00 a.m. We will introduce you to even more benefits and give information about the types of poles available. Medications: Are They Safe For You Join us on Tuesday, July 19th, at 1:00 p.m. for a presentation about medications as we age, and should we continue to take them. The Beers List, is a list of medications that should be avoided or used with extra caution in seniors. It is meant to improve the care of patients 65 years of age and older and is continuously updated. Come to a presentation by a Community Pharmacy pharmacist to hear more about this topic and have your questions answered. Come for lunch at 11:30 a.m. and stay for the program. Please make your lunch reservation by noon on Monday, July 18th, by calling 831-2373. ---PAGE BREAK--- 2 J u ly 2 0 1 6 july 1 Friday Rib 4 Monday for 4th of July 5 Tuesday w/ Meat Sauce 6 Wednesday Barley Soup w/ Ham & Swiss Croissant 7 Thursday Pork w/ Gravy 8 Friday Pasta Salad 11 Monday gratin Potatoes w/ Ham 12 Tuesday Chicken 13 Wednesday Steak 14 Thursday Macaroni Salad 15 Friday Rib 18 Monday Fish 19 Tuesday Chop Suey 20 Wednesday ��������������Cheeseburger on a Bun 21 Thursday Cacciatore w/ Egg Noodles 22 Friday 25 Monday Joe on a Bun 26 Tuesday Beef Casserole 27 Wednesday Green Pepper Soup w/ Turkey & Cheese on Rye Sandwich 28 Thursday Slice 29 Friday Fish w/ Tartar Sauce Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m. Please remember to make your lunch reservation by noon the day before by calling the Middleton Senior Center at 831-2373. The Middleton Senior Center meal site is part of Dane County Human Services. Bus Schedule: The Middleton Senior Center offers a number of different transportation options to Middleton residents each week. You MUST contact the Senior Center the day before you wish to use this valuable service. Transportation to the meal site and local grocery shopping is by donation. The suggested donation is $1.00 round trip to the meal site and the suggested donation for local grocery shopping is $2.00 round trip. The fee is based upon your ability to donate. No one will be denied rides for these purposes. These times are tentative and may vary depending on the route and number of people who participate. Day Destination Pick Up Return Monday Lunch at Senior Center 10:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Monday 1st & 3rd Hilldale & Walgreens 11:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. Monday 2nd & 4th West Towne Mall 11:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. Tuesday Lunch at Senior Center 10:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Tuesday Copps in Middleton 11:45 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Wednes- day Lunch at Senior Center 10:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Thursday Lunch at Senior Center 10:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Thursday Walgreens in Middleton 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Thursday Target & Copps on Junction Rd. 11:45 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Friday Lunch at Senior Center 10:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. ---PAGE BREAK--- 3 j u ly 2 0 1 6 Lunch Information Come join us for a meal and conversation in our bright and open dining room. Meals are served at 11:30 a.m. Monday through Friday. The cost of each meal is $7.50. Home Delivered Meals (Meals on Wheels) are available for home-bound seniors Diners over age 60, please donate what you can afford. For further information contact the Middleton Senior Center at 831-2373. Salad Alternative We offer cold salads as an alternative to the regular Tuesday meal at the dining center ONLY. July 5th Garden Salad Mixed greens with shredded lettuce, cheese, garbanzo beans, cucumbers, broccoli, diced tomato and peas. Your choice of dressing. July 12th Taco Salad Lettuce, meat (beef), cheese, diced tomatoes, diced onion, salsa, sour cream and tostado chips. July 19th Chef Salad Shredded lettuce, ham, turkey, cheese, tomato wedges, shredded carrots, radishes, diced cucumbers. Your choice of dressing. July 26th Chicken Ranch Salad Mixed greens, diced chicken, crumbled bacon, cucumbers, diced tomatoes, peas, purple onion. Served with Ranch Dressing. Vegetarian Option We offer a vegetarian option to our lunch menu. For details contact Ted at 831-2373. Bakery Items Mondays The Middleton Senior Center receives bakery items on Mondays ONLY at approximately 10:30 a.m. from Clasen’s. Scrabble Mondays Join us to play Scrabble at 9:00 a.m. on Mondays. We have several Scrabble boards; therefore, multiple games may be played. No reservations are needed you may just show up! Cribbage Players We have a Cribbage group that plays on Monday mornings at 9:30 a.m. They are always looking for additional players. We have the cribbage boards, you can just show up. Pinochle Join our Pinochle group on Mondays and Fridays at 12:30 p.m. New members are always welcome. Foot Care Home Health United and the Middleton Senior Center offer foot care several times each month. The cost of Foot Care is $20.00. For an appointment contact 831-2373. Diabetic Foot Care We offer Diabetic Foot Care twice a month. The cost is $28.00 per visit. Contact the Middleton Senior Center, at 831-2373, for an appointment. Senior Center Closed The Senior Center will also be closed on Monday, July 4th, in observance of the Independence Day holiday. Meals on Wheels will NOT be delivered nor will meals be served at the Middleton Senior Center. All classes, activities and programs are also cancelled. Contact a Case Manager should you need additional assistance. Dining Center Information All menu items are prepared in kitchens that are not allergen-free. We cannot guarantee that food allergens will not be transferred through cross- contact. No substitutions allowed. For additional information or questions please contact Ted Quincey at 831-2373. ---PAGE BREAK--- 4 J u ly 2 0 1 6 Monday Bridge Bridge on Mondays is now open to anyone who wishes to play. Please arrive by 12:30 p.m. to begin play at 12:45 p.m. No Blood Pressure Screening in July There will not be Blood Pressure screening in July. However, it will resume on the first Tuesday of each month at 12:30 p.m., on Tuesday, August 2nd, at 12:30 p.m. Stitchers Join us on Tuesday afternoons from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. for knitting and crocheting in the living room. Newcomers are always welcome. Bring your projects and join this social group. Sing–Along Join us on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 10:00 a.m. for a Sing-Along with friends. Singing takes place on Tuesday, July 5th and Tuesday, July 19th, at 10:00 a.m. Sheet music is provided. Mary Duckwitz and Fran Jeatran lead this group as well as accompanying on the piano. New voices welcome. Wood Carving Drop In We have a talented group of wood carvers that get together on Tuesday mornings 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. They bring their own projects and share with each other their creative skills and experience. Anyone is welcome to join them any time. Mah Jongg We have an active group of people that play Mah Jongg on Tuesday afternoons* at 12:30 p.m. If you would like to join them, just show up. If you have a Mah Jongg set, please bring it. We have all levels of players. New players are welcome. You MUST bring your own Mah Jongg card. * Please note this group does not play at the Middleton Senior Center on the last Tuesday of the month. Spanish Ellen Soto teaches several levels of Spanish. A new section begins each month and runs for four weeks, The July class will be July 5th - July 26th. All classes will be on Tuesday mornings. 9:00 a.m. Conversational Spanish 10:00 a.m. Spanish for Beginners 11:00 a.m. Spanish Grammar Cost is just $5.00 for the four-week class. Contact the Senior Center, at 831-2373, to sign up. New students are welcome at any point. BINGO BINGO is played on the last Tuesday of each month. Join us on Tuesday, July 26th, at 1:00 p.m. Come for lunch at 11:30 a.m. and stay for BINGO. Poetry Class for Everyone Exercise your mind and stretch your creative muscles in a poetry class led by writer/poet Marla Maeder. The Poetry group meets on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Turn your feelings, memories and observations into free verse, rhyme or haiku, anything goes. Call 831-2373 to sign up or just show up. Coffee & The Economy Shannon Riley, of Edward Jones Investments, will host a program on the second Tuesday of each month, at 9:00 a.m. at the Middleton Senior Center. Join him on Tuesday, July 12th, at 9:00 a.m. for coffee, pastries and a general discussion about financial issues. This month’s topic is “Edward Jones Perspective - Investment strategy and market commentary”. Yes, You Can Join Us! If you are age 55 or older, you can participate in the programs at the Middleton Senior Center. You do not have to live in the City of Middleton to join us, and there is no membership fee. There may be a residency requirement for certain services including case management services, transportation and Meals on Wheels. For additional information contact the Middleton Senior Center at 831-2373. ---PAGE BREAK--- 5 j u ly 2 0 1 6 Mending Service Mending is offered on the second Thursday of each month. This month it will be on Thursday, July 14th, 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. We currently have only one volunteer doing simple mending and hemming they will not alter clothing with linings. You are allowed to bring two items per appointment. You must make an appointment by calling 831-2373. If you are interested in helping out, please contact Sandy, at 831-2373. Newsletter Assembly The August newsletter will be assembled at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, July 26th, for bulk mailing. Doors of the Senior Center will be open at 8:00 a.m. and assembly of the newsletter will begin at 8:30 a.m. Al-Anon Meeting Al-Anon is a meeting for friends and relatives of alcoholics. They meet each Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. in the Lower Level of the Middleton Senior Center. Anyone is welcome to attend. Sober Today Group An open meeting of Alcoholics Anonymous meets every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. in the Lower Level of the Middleton Senior Center. Women Embracing Change Group This group of women meet on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month. This women only group meets to discuss the changes we go through as we age. Pat Ball facilitates on topics that include, physical, emotional and changes as well as a variety of other issues. Please join us on Wednesday, July 13th, at 10:30 a.m. and on Wednesday, July 27th, at 10:30 a.m. In addition, this group will hold a potluck/cook out on Wednesday, July 20th, at 4:30 p.m. at Kay Johnson’s home, 410 Samuel Drive, in Madison. Please bring your own meat to grill, a dish to pass and your choice of beverage. Contact Laura at 831- 2373 with any questions. July Movie “Brooklyn” Join us for an afternoon movie on Friday, July 8th, at 12:30 p.m. to watch “Brooklyn”. Brooklyn tells the profoundly moving story of Eilis Lacey, a young Irish immigrant navigating her way through 1950s Brooklyn. Lured by the promise of America, Eilis departs Ireland and the comfort of her mother’s home for the shores of New York City. The initial shackles of homesickness quickly diminish as a fresh romance sweeps Eilis into the intoxicating charm of love. But soon, her new vivacity is disrupted by her past, and Eilis must choose between two countries and the lives that exist within. Starring Saoirse Ronan, Emory Cohen, Domhnall Gleeson. Nominated for 3 Oscars PG 13 1 Hour 51 minutes Mystery Book Club The Mystery Book Club will meet on Wednesday, July 6th, 10:00 a.m. to discuss the book Baltimore Blues by Laura Lippman. Discover the first novel in New York Times bestselling author Laura Lippman’s outstanding Tess Monaghan series. When a former Baltimore reporter must solve the murder of a notorious attorney, she discovers Charm City is rife with dark, sordid, and dangerous secrets. In addition, the book for Wednesday, August 3rd, will be Dust to Dust, by Tami Hoag. Sorry. The single word is written on a mirror. In front of it hangs a Minneapolis Internal Affairs cop. Was it suicide? Or a kinky act turned tragic? Either way, it wasn’t murder. At least not according to the powers that be. But veteran homicide detective Sam Kovac and his wisecracking, ambitious partner, Nikki Liska, think differently. Together they begin to dig at the too- neat edges of the young cop’s death, uncovering one motive—and one suspect—after another. Books are available from the South Central Library System in print, large print, downloadable epub. New members are welcome. ---PAGE BREAK--- 6 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday J u ly 2 0 1 6 4 Closed for the 4th of July Holiday 11 • 9:00 Scrabble • 9:30 Cribbage • 11:30 Lunch • 11:30 Shopping Bus • 12:30 Wii Sports • 12:30 Open Cards • 12:30 Pinochle • 12:45 Open Bridge 5 • 9:00 Wood Carving Drop-In • 9:00 -11:00 a.m. Spanish Classes • 10:00 Sing-Along • 10:30 Poetry • 11:30 Lunch • 11:45 Shopping Bus • 12:30 Mah Jongg • 1:00 Stitchers 12 • 9:00 Wood Carving Drop-In • 9:00 -11:00 a.m. Spanish Classes • 9:00 Coffee & The Economy • 10:30 Poetry • 11:30 Lunch • 11:45 Shopping Bus • 12:30 Mah Jongg • 1:00 Stitchers • 1:00 Medicare Program 6 • 9:15 Social Seniors @ My Sister’s Kitchen • 9:30 Sober Today • 9:30 Al-Anon • 10:00 Mystery Book Club • 11:30 Lunch • 1:00 Euchre 13 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:30 Sober Today • 9:30 Al-Anon • 10:30 Essential Tremor Group • 10:30 Women Embracing Change • 11:30 Lunch • 1:00 Euchre • 1:00 TED Talks • 1:00 Writing Group 7 • 9:30 Middleton Jazz • 10:00 Reminiscing • Shopping Buses 11:00 & 11:45 • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Nimble Fingers • 1:00 Open Cards 14 • 9:00 Mending • 9:30 Middleton Jazz • 10:00 Gadget Guru • Shopping Buses 11:00 & 11:45 • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Nimble Fingers • 1:00 Open Cards • 1:00 Caregiver Support 1 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 Rummikub • 10:15 Video Lecture • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Pinochle 8 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 Rummikub • 10:15 Video Lecture • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Pinochle • 12:30 Movie “Brooklyn” • 1:00 Greeting Card Class 15 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 Rummikub • 10:15 Video Lecture • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Pinochle July 2016 ---PAGE BREAK--- 7 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday j u ly 2 0 1 6 18 • 9:00 Scrabble • 9:30 Cribbage • 10:00 Balance Walking Talk • 11:30 Lunch • 11:30 Shopping Bus • 12:30 Wii Sports • 12:30 Open Cards • 12:30 Pinochle • 12:45 Open Bridge • 4:00 Commission on Aging 25 • 9:00 Scrabble • 9:30 Cribbage • 11:30 Lunch • 11:30 Shopping Bus • 12:30 Wii Sports • 12:30 Open Cards • 12:30 Pinochle • 12:45 Open Bridge 20 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:30 Sober Today • 9:30 Al-Anon • 11:30 Lunch • 1:00 Euchre • 4:30 Women Embracing Change Pot Luck @ 410 Samuel Drive 27 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:30 Sober Today • 9:30 Al-Anon • 10:30 Women Embracing Change • 11:30 Lunch • 1:00 Euchre 21 • 9:00 Social Seniors Meet @ Senior Center to Car Pool to Epic • 9:30 Middleton Jazz • 10:00 Reminiscing • Shopping Buses 11:00 & 11:45 • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Nimble Fingers • 1:00 Open Cards 28 • 9:30 Middleton Jazz • 10:00 Gadget Guru • 10:00 Books R Us • Shopping Buses 11:00 & 11:45 • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Nimble Fingers • 1:00 Open Cards 22 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 Rummikub • 10:15 Video Lecture • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Pinochle 29 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 Rummikub • 10:15 Video Lecture • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Pinochle • 5:00 Social Seniors Dinner @ Captain Bill’s July 2016 All programs and activities are subject to change. The Middleton Senior Center reserves the right to cancel or change locations of programs and activities at any time. Room assignments may vary depending on activities in the building that are scheduled before, during or after an activity. The Middleton Senior Center is able to provide a wide variety of excellent services, activities and programs because staff, volunteers and participants are flexible and cooperative when such changes are made. 19 • 9:00 Wood Carving Drop-In • 9:00 -11:00 a.m. Spanish Classes • 10:00 Sing-Along • 10:30 Poetry • 11:30 Lunch • 11:45 Shopping Bus • 12:30 Mah Jongg • 1:00 Stitchers • 1:00 Life Long Learning “Medications” 26 • 8:30 Newsletter Assembly • 9:00 Wood Carving Drop-In • 9:00 -11:00 a.m. Spanish Classes • 10:30 Poetry • 11:30 Lunch • 11:45 Shopping • 12:00 AARP Driving Class • 1:00 Stitchers • 1:00 BINGO ---PAGE BREAK--- 8 j u ly 2 0 1 6 Essential Tremor/Dystonia Support Group This group meets on the second Wednesday of each month. They will meet on Wednesday, July 13th, at 10:30 a.m. This month’s topic is “Deep Brain Stimulation: Been There, Done That.” Stef Shaw, one of our original group members, will join us to share her personal experience with DBS (pros/ cons/decisions/results). For information, e-mail [EMAIL REDACTED] or call Kathy at 824-9130. New members are always welcome. TED Talk Presentation Joe Carter, will facilitate this program on Wednesday, July 13th, at 1:00 p.m. Joe will be showing selections of the Best of TED Talks. If you have topics that you would like to see, please contact Laura, 831-2373. TED is a nonprofit organization, devoted to spreading ideas, usually in the form of short, powerful talks (18 minutes or less). TED began in 1984 as a conference where Technology, Entertainment and Design converged, and today covers almost all topics — from science to business to global issues — in more than 100 languages. Writing Group The Middleton Senior Center has a thriving group of writers that meets on the second Wednesday of each month. This month they will meet on Wednesday, July 13th, at 1:00 p.m. at the Middleton Senior Center. This is a group of creative seniors that write about a variety of topics in a variety of writing styles. Each month a different member decides on the topics and styles of writing. Participants bring their homework to share with the class. Choose one of the following quotes to write about: 1. Does love conquer all? If so, how? If not, why? 2. Write an essay about any animal. 3. What is your favorite comfort food? Choose a main dish and a dessert combination. Explain why this combination works for you. New members welcome. Middleton Jazz Every Thursday Middleton Jazz is a diverse group of musicians who simply love to create music. They play/practice at the Middleton Senior Center every Thursday morning, 9:30 a.m. -11:30 a.m. They play a variety of songs but specialize in New Orleans jazz. Stop by, join in or have a listen if you are in the area. Gadget Guru Our Gadget Guru is at the Middleton Senior Center on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month to assist you with your gadgets. If you need a little help, Dave will be available on Thursday, July 14th and July 28th, at 10:00 a.m. Books R Us Books R Us meets on the fourth Thursday of each month. This month they will meet on Thursday, July 28th, at 10:00 a.m. to discuss The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Olympics by Daniel Brown. Out of the depths of the Depression comes an irresistible story about beating the odds and finding hope in the most desperate of times—the improbable, intimate account of how nine working- class boys from the American West showed the world at the 1936 Olympics in Berlin what true grit really meant. It was an unlikely quest from the start. With a team composed of the sons of loggers, shipyard workers, and farmers, the University of Washington’s eight-oar crew team was never expected to defeat the elite teams of the East Coast and Great Britain, yet they did, going on to shock the world by defeating the German team rowing for Adolf Hitler. The emotional heart of the tale lies with Joe Rantz, a teenager without family or prospects, who rows not only to regain his shattered self- regard but also to find a real place for himself in the world. Drawing on the boys’ own journals and vivid memories of a once-in-a-lifetime shared dream, Brown has created an unforgettable portrait of an era, a celebration of a remarkable achievement, and a chronicle of one extraordinary young man’s personal quest. ---PAGE BREAK--- 9 j u ly 2 0 1 6 Madison College Classes Madison College (formerly MATC) offers classes at the Middleton Senior Center. A minimum 10 student is required for classes to be active. To Register call (608) 258-2301 ext. #2 Monday – Thursday (8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.) Friday (8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.) Senior Cost is based on 60+ Facebook: Connect with Friends Tuesday & Thursday July 12th & July 14th 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Class #10462 Estimated Senior Cost is $35.70 Android Device Advanced Tuesdays July 12th & July 19th 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Class #10361 Estimated Senior Cost is $35.70 Mexican Cuisine Thursdays July 14th - July 28th 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Class #10928 Estimated Senior Cost is $75.50 Cheese Making at Home Wednesdays August 10th & August 17th 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Class #10513 Estimated Senior Cost is $51.70 Pick Your Pickle Thursday August 18th 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Class #10511 Estimated Senior Cost is $33.30 Reminiscing Group The Reminiscing Group meets the first and third Thursdays of each month at 10:00 a.m. They will meet on Thursday, July 7th and Thursday, July 21st, at 10:00 a.m. Join this interesting group and share your history and stories. Caregiver Support Group The Middleton Senior Center offers a Caregiver Support Group that meets on the second Thursday of each month. This month join them on Thursday, July 14th, at 1:00 p.m. Caregivers, as well as listeners, are welcome to join. Nimble Fingers Nimble Fingers is a group of ladies that sew, knit and crochet for charity. We meet the first and third Thursdays of the month at 12:30 p.m. The other Thursdays are spent on sewing projects. We have an ongoing craft sale at the Middleton Senior Center. Anyone is welcome to join the group. Please consider joining the group for fellowship and the rewards of charitable giving. Rummikub A group has started playing Rummikub on Friday mornings at 9:00 a.m. This is a tile game based on Mah Jongg and Rummy. New members welcome. Social Seniors Social Seniors is a group that gets together to partake in activities throughout the community. No need for reservations or to sign-up in advance. You may simply show up to one of their events. Join them on Wednesday, July 6th, at 9:15 a.m. at My Sister’s Kitchen, 2227 Parmenter Street, for Breakfast and planning. Then on Thursday, July 21st, 9:00 a.m. meet at the Middleton Senior Center to carpool to Epic in Verona for a tour of “The Farm”. Finally, join them on Friday, July 29th, at 5:00 p.m. for dinner at Captain Bill’s, 2701 Century Harbour Way, Middleton. It is also Captain Bill’s Friday Night Fish Fry. Anyone is welcome to join. ---PAGE BREAK--- 10 j u ly 2 0 1 6 Roof Replacement The Middleton Senior Center is getting a new roof sometime in July. Please be aware that you will have limited and/or no access to the east (parking lot side) doors and sidewalks. Paper Crafting with Judy Join us on Friday, July 8th at 1:00 p.m. for a fun afternoon of card-making and paper crafting. Let your creative side shine through with the use of embellishments and pretty papers. All supplies are furnished as well as envelopes and inserts for four cards. Glue sticks are provided for this class, but feel free in bringing your own double sided adhesive. Cost is $10.00 and space is limited. Call 831-2373 to make your reservation today. Due to its popularity, if you are unable to attend this class, (even on class day) please let us know to allow those on the waiting list to enjoy the class. Fitting the Pieces Together with Medicare Join us on Tuesday, July 12th, at 1:00 p.m. for this informative program about Medicare. A representative from the State of Wisconsin Board of Aging and Long Term Care will present an overview about Medicare, as well as, the options that go along with Medicare, including prescription medication coverage. Come for lunch at 11:30 a.m. and stay for this program at 1:00 p.m. Please make your lunch reservation by calling 831-2373, by noon on Monday, July 11th. AARP Smart Driver Class AARP and the Middleton Senior Center are offering the Smart Driver class. This is a course designed to help older drivers become more aware of changes that occur due to aging (vision, hearing and reaction time) and how to adjust driving accordingly. The class will be Tuesday, July 26th, 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. The cost is $15.00 for AARP members, and $20.00 for non-members. You may receive a savings on your car insurance by completing this class, check with your insurance agent. Sign up by calling at 831-2373. Strength & Flexibility Classes Strength & Flexibility is a movement class that includes some work on yoga mats and other exercise elements. It utilizes Tai Chi and Qi Gong principles, and can be tailored to individual levels. All fitness levels are encouraged to join. Wednesdays, 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. July 13th - August 31st (8 weeks) And/Or Fridays, 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. July 15th - September 2nd (8 weeks) The cost is $55.00 for one class or $90.00 for both. Contact the Middleton Senior Center at 831-2373. Green Bay Packer Day Trip There are just a few spots remaining for our trip to Green Bay Packers training camp on Thursday, August 11th. This trip included a tour of Lambeau Field, admission to the Hall fo Fame, lunch, as well as time to shop the Packer Pro Shop. Space is limited and the cost of the trip is $95.00. Contact Laura at 831-2373, if you are interested. Fall Prevention Presentation Join us on Monday, August 15th, at 1:00 p.m. for a Fall Prevention program by a representative from Home Health United’s SAFE at Home program. Watch for additional details in the August newsletter. The following donations were received by the Middleton Senior Center. Thank you for your support of the programs and services offered! Mary Corcoran Faye Roed Carol Bakken Catherine Johnson Rod Prest ---PAGE BREAK--- 11 j u ly 2 0 1 6 Calling all Menders We are in need of two menders for the second Tuesday of each month from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and one mender for the second Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. starting in July. You will be handling eight items to mend per month per person. Sewing machine provided or you may take items home to mend. Must have sewing skills with adequate eyesight and flexibility of hands. We are looking for someone who communicates well and has great customer service skills. If interested or have questions, contact Sandy Witte at 831-2373. Save the Date for our Annual Pig Roast The Middleton Senior Center Annual Pig Roast will be on Tuesday, August 9th, at 5:00 p.m. at the Senior Center. Tickets are $10.00 and MUST be purchased by Friday, August 5th. Dinner includes, pork, salads, roll. Tickets will be available for purchase beginning July 1st at the Senior Center. TOPS Interest The Middleton Senior Center would like to start at TOPS program. Taking Pounds Off Sensibly (TOPS) is a weight loss program based on members helping and supporting each other. It focuses on making small, steady lifestyle changes that provide lasting weight loss and better health. Yearly membership is $32.00, and chapter dues of $1.00 - $3.00 per month. They meet once a month a short business meeting, a weigh-in and a topic of discussion. Meetings are one hour. At no time are individual weights ever discussed during the meeting. If you are interested, please contact Laura, at 831-2373. Early Stage Memory Loss Group Forming In September, a group for people with early stage memory loss is forming at the Middleton Senior Center. This group is open to all ages and will meet on Wednesday mornings. The 90-minute sessions will include group/individual brain games, time for socialization and gentle exercise. For additional, information contact Kathy Lauer, 831-2373. This is a partnership with St. Luke’s Lutheran Church and the West Madison Senior Coalition. Driver Escorts Volunteers are needed to provide rides to seniors for medical appointments. The schedule is flexible and volunteers designate when they are available to drive. Mileage is reimbursed. Many seniors rely on this form of transportation to get to vital appointments. Contact Sandy Witte at 831-2373 for more information. Receptionists Are you the type of person who loves to help people and knows the importance of good customer service? Here is a great opportunity to use these skills by being a receptionist at the Senior Center. We are looking for someone on the first and third Wednesday of each month, 12:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. We are always looking for subs to help us out at the front desk. If you are interested in this volunteer opportunity, contact Sandy Witte at 831-2373. Poll Workers Needed The City of Middleton is looking for volunteers to help staff the four polling places in Middleton for the Tuesday, November 8th, election. The four polling places are the Middleton Police Station, St. Luke’s Church, St. Bernard’s Church and Heritage Senior Living. Volunteer job duties range from greeting, registration, absentee ballots, poll books, handing out ballots and in-house voting two weeks prior to the November 8th, election. An informational meeting will be held on Thursday, July 21st, from 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. at City Hall. If you decide to be a poll worker, you can sign up at this meeting. Any questions, contact Lorie Burns, Middleton City Clerk at 821-8350 or by email at lburns@ ci.middleton.wi.us, or drop by City Hall, 7426 Hubbard Avenue. ---PAGE BREAK--- 7448 Hubbard Avenue Middleton, WI 53562 [PHONE REDACTED] The Center is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 p.m. The Middleton Senior Center is a department of the City of Middleton. The Middleton Senior Center is accredited by the National Institute of Senior Centers and the Wisconsin Association of Senior Centers. The Middle- ton Senior Center programs are open to persons age 55 and older. Programs with federal funding may be limited to person age 60 and older. STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID MADISON, WI PERMIT NO. 4003 Jill Kranz email: [EMAIL REDACTED] Laura Langer Coordinator email: [EMAIL REDACTED] Kathy Lauer Manager email: [EMAIL REDACTED] Jill Schonenberger Manager email: [EMAIL REDACTED] Ted Quincey Center Coordinator email: [EMAIL REDACTED] Nancy DeCori ���������������������Administrative Assistant email: [EMAIL REDACTED] Sandy Witte Coordinator email: [EMAIL REDACTED] Pat May Receptionist Coordinator You may now receive the Middleton Senior Center newsletter by email. Go to our website at www.middletonseniorcenter.com Click on Notify Me, then Sign In, and click on Calendar of Events and Newsletter and you will receive updates. There are several ways to contact the staff of the Middleton Senior Center. Telephone: [PHONE REDACTED] Write: 7448 Hubbard Avenue, Middleton,WI 53562 Email: See Below ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED